Electrical Distribution Engineer (PE) - SEnergy

Seeking detail oriented, self-starter Electrical Distribution Engineer who is a fanatic about getting projects done on time and on budget.

The successful candidate will have 8 or more years of successful experience in Distribution Engineering for the power industry and be a licensed PE in the state of Texas. 

The position is located at our Boerne office and may require some overnight travel to project sites.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform work order inspections for staking of overhead lines. 
• Coach, train and develop team, including providing conflict resolution, for entire divisional team to meet the specific Client outcomes required.
• Represent Schneider and Client when meeting with other stakeholders including property owners, other engineering firms or construction services.
• Prepare accurate proposal(s) for the Client, in a timely manner; ensure pricing is accurate and maintain established margins, reviewing any risks with Division Manager; present proposal to Client when required
• Lead team in project management from start to finish including preparation of drawings, visual aids, staking sheets, line calculations, engineering studies, permit applications, material testing, CADD work, research and investigation, reviewing, and editing specifications with team members and assist with scheduling and budgeting requirements for projects. Review, approve and place seal on such documents for team. Prepare project close out documents.
• Interpret codes and standards associated with project and ensure codes and standards are adhered to
• Quality control of entire project, ensuring all documents, drawings or other associated items prepared by team are accurate and delivered on time. 
• Develop timeline, coordinate and assign tasks to staff and manage timeline until project completion while staying ahead and communicating any delays that are foreseeable to mitigate risks
• Develop new techniques and/or improved processes, materials, or products
• Reviews operational procedures to ensure compliance with applicable policies and performance measures.
• Serves as technical specialist for the division on advanced concepts, principles, and methods.
• Performs other duties as assigned

REQUIREMENTS:

EDUCATION:                 

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering from an ABET accredited program;
• PE License
• 8 years’ experience in Power Distribution design for the Energy industry

SKILLS:          

• In-depth understanding of NEC and NESC codes
• Understanding of overhead line construction and construction units
• Familiarity with sectionalizing studies
• Strong (effective) written and verbal communication skills, exceptional computer skills, with emphasis in project management, spreadsheet and word processing applications.
• Strong skills of time management, organizational and multi-tasking.
• Possess strong analytical and technical problem-solving skills and able to communicate effectively, orally and in writing

PHYSICAL:    

• This position requires the ability to listen and hear, good eyesight, sitting, standing, walking, and use of hands and arms.

BENEFITS:

• 100% Employer paid health insurance and 50% for first dependent
• 200% 401(k) matching up to 4.5% employee contribution
• Employer paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• Dental, Vision, Life Insurance and Supplemental offered
• Paid Holidays
• Starting at 3 week PTO with rollover
• $1,000 Annual Employer Contribution to Health Savings Account
• Annual Profit Sharing Bonus based on Performance.